Crispy Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar Mustard Sauce
Crispy Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar Mustard Sauce is the ultimate weeknight dinner that brings excitement to your table. With a crunchy pretzel coating that locks in moisture and a creamy cheddar mustard sauce that packs a flavorful punch, this dish is both easy to prepare and utterly satisfying. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, it combines textures and flavors that everyone will love. Enjoy serving it alongside your favorite veggies, salads, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Olive oil or melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, another with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and the last with crushed pretzels combined with garlic powder and smoked paprika.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the pretzel mix.
- Arrange on a lined baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil or melted butter. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway.
- For extra crispiness, sear in a skillet over medium heat for about 5–6 minutes per side.
- To prepare the cheddar mustard sauce, melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk until thickened. Stir in mustards and cheese until melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg